Violations and claims

Act 14 of 1949, § 2007-M, under PUBLIC SCHOOL CODE OF 1949.

Act 14 of 1949, § 2007-M

Section 2007-M. Violations and claims.

(a) Protections and right to adjudicate.--A college student athlete, institution of higher education or conference shall not be deprived of a protection provided under State law with respect to a controversy that arises in this Commonwealth and shall have the right to adjudication in this Commonwealth of a claim that arises in this Commonwealth.

(b) Private civil action.--A college student athlete shall have the right to pursue a private civil action against a person that violates this article. The court shall award costs and reasonable attorney fees to a prevailing plaintiff in an action brought against a person violating this article.

(2007-M added July 17, 2024, P.L.945, No.89)